2026-2027 -- Carden Conejo Middle School - Flipbook - Page 30
Latin
Built into the English Language program, studying Latin roots gives students the tools to unlock
meaning in thousands of English words—especially those used in academic and technical contexts.
Using the Vocabulary from Latin & Greek Roots curriculum, students explore the origins of
language to strengthen reading comprehension, spelling, and word analysis across all subjects. By
learning how prefixes, roots, and suffixes combine to form words, students gain a deeper
understanding of language structure and develop confidence in interpreting unfamiliar vocabulary.
This study not only enhances verbal precision and writing fluency but also connects students to the
classical foundations of modern communication.
Studying Latin Vocabulary from classical roots strengthens reading and word analysis skills.
Latin roots give students the